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Conduct evaluation of network protection and control system faults

Conduct evaluation of network protection and control system faults

Unit of competency
National Code
UETDRTS035
State Code
OED48
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/10/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/02/2023
Field of Education
031311 - Powerline Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
17/02/2023
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit includes the skills and knowledge required to conduct evaluation of network protection and control system faults in the electricity supply industry (ESI).It includes interpretation of targets, flags and indicators, the interpretation of fault reports using downloaded event data, and development of conclusions and recommendations.It also includes measurements, interpretation and analysis of protection and control schemes, the detailed operation and setting of protection and control schemes, and location and rectification of faults. The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit may require a licence/registration to practice in the workplace.Other conditions may also apply under state and territory legislative and regulatory licensing requirements which must be confirmed prior to commencing this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to conduct evaluation of network protection and control system faults
  • 1.1 Workplace organisational requirements for the evaluation of network protection and control system faults are reviewed and determined
  • 1.2 Purpose of the evaluation of network protection and control system faults is established
  • 1.3 Testing procedures are discussed and reviewed with appropriate personnel
  • 1.4 Testing parameters are established from workplace organisational requirements
  • 1.5 Tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) required for work are determined, obtained and confirmed in working order
  • 1.6 Work is prioritised and sequenced for completion in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 1.7 Relevant stakeholders are identified and liaised with
  • 1.8 Hazards are identified, risks assessed, and control measures identified
  • 1.9 Work permits are organised in accordance with workplace requirements
2 Conduct evaluation of network protection and control system faults
  • 2.1 Relevant stakeholder liaison and work permits are applied
  • 2.2 Manual handling and use of tools, equipment and PPE are carried out in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.3 Hazard control measures are applied and monitored in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.4 Network protection and control system faults are evaluated in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.5 Network protection and control system faults are tested in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.6 Solutions to non-routine problems are identified and actioned
  • 2.7 Quality checks of work are undertaken in accordance with workplace requirements
3 Complete work and documentation
  • 3.1 Completed work is checked for compliance against workplace requirements
  • 3.2 Relevant stakeholders are notified of completion and reports and/or completion documents are finalised
  • 3.3 Faults and evaluation findings are documented in accordance with workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
ODN82 UETDRTS006 Conduct evaluation of power system substation faults Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHY4 UET60222 Advanced Diploma of ESI - Power Systems Qualification